"To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD."
Christian Name · Hebrew Origin
Ilana Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Ilana
girl
Ilana means "Tree; Oak tree", a girl's name of Hebrew origin. The name Ilana does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Ilana is the tree of righteousness — beauty for ashes, joy for mourning, the LORD's own planting that flourishes.
Is Ilana in the Bible?
No — the name Ilana does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Tree; Oak tree", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Ilana.
Pronunciation:/ee-LAH-nah/
OriginHebrew
MeaningTree; Oak tree
What does Ilana mean?
Ilana is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "Tree; Oak tree". Ilana is the oak tree — and the righteous are called oaks of righteousness. 'To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes... that they might be called trees of righteousness.' Ilana stands tall in God's planting.
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What does Ilana mean in the Bible?
Ilana means "Tree; Oak tree" and is a name of Hebrew origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Ilana is the oak tree — and the righteous are called oaks of righteousness. 'To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes... that they might be called trees of righteousness.' Ilana stands tall in God's planting.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Ilana?
Ilana is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Tree; Oak tree" — not because Scripture names anyone Ilana.
"The righteous shall flourish like the palm tree: he shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon."
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Which books of the Bible mention Ilana?
Ilana is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Ilana?
Ilana is the tree of righteousness — beauty for ashes, joy for mourning, the LORD's own planting that flourishes.
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Ilana name meaning: frequently asked questions
Common questions about the name Ilana
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Ilana?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Ilana?
You can read every verse where Ilana appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.